MEP Assistant Superintendnet

HITT Contracting Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking an MEP Assistant Superintendent in Houston to develop skills in technical MEP construction and management. You will work directly with the project MEP Superintendent performing field inspections, progress updates, and supporting startup and commissioning.

Key duties include coordinating with trades, reviewing submittals, updating schedules, documenting meetings, and helping manage quality control and project closeout.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a 4-year degree is strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years' experience in commercial construction.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to safety standards.
• Assist bidding mechanical and electrical trades.
• Ensure that required documentation is filed.
• Assist in conducting project meetings and record minutes.
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project.
• Assist in developing an MEP critical path schedule.
• Update project schedule, establish overall project logistics.
• Assist in coordinating and tracking critical path construction and startup activities.
• Review mechanical and electrical submittals.
• Track and coordinate equipment deliveries.
• Assist MEP Manager to provide conflict resolution for MEP issues.
• Assist in coordinating and managing the quality control process for MEP systems construction.
• Assist in managing startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Assist coordinating and supporting third party commissioning activities.
• Manage commissioning documentation.
• Assist in managing the closeout process.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Self-starter

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred in construction/engineering/business

Job description

MEP Assistant Superintendent

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Job Description

The MEP Assistant Superintendent position allows an individual to develop skills for a career in technical MEP construction and management. Working directly with the project MEP Superintendent conducting field inspections, progress updates, assisting with document control, equipment inspections, vendor coordination, and supporting the equipment startup and commissioning process.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to HITT’s standards of safety
• Assist bidding mechanical and electrical trades
• Ensure that required documentation is filed
• Assist in conducting project meetings and record minutes
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project
• Assist in developing an MEP critical path schedule
• Update project schedule, establish overall project logistics
• Assist in coordinating and tracking critical path construction and startup activities
• Review mechanical and electrical submittals
• Track and coordinate equipment deliveries
• Assist MEP Manager to provide conflict resolution for MEP issues
• Assist in coordinating and managing the quality control process for MEP systems construction
• Assist in managing startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems
• Assist coordinating and supporting third party commissioning activities
• Manage commissioning documentation
• Assist in managing the closeout process

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, four‑year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
• Passion for construction industry
• Ability to recognize and seek quality
• Strong communication skills; verbal and written
• Strong leadership skills; able to build and lead a team
• Aptitude for problem solving
• Ability to work independently
• Motivated self‑starter
• Effectively utilize computer and software technology in the performance of duties
• Willingness to travel

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug‑free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.